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Teen Sextortion Case Sparks Parental Vigilance Alert

2/17/2025

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Cody D. Ratliff, 39, was arrested by Naperville Police on February 9, 2025, for sextorting a local teenager. The alarming case unfolded when the victim bravely reported threats over explicit photos. Police Chief Jason Arres urged parents to stay vigilant, highlighting a troubling rise with 27 sextortion cases in just two years.

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Cody D. Ratliff, 39, was arrested by Naperville Police on February 9, 2025, for sextorting a local teenager. The alarming case unfolded when the victim bravely reported threats over explicit photos. Police Chief Jason Arres urged parents to stay vigilant, highlighting a troubling rise with 27 sextortion cases in just two years.